Salary : $132,267.20 - $177,132.80 Annually
Location : Salem, OR
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number:
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 13

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Member of the Oregon State Bar in good standing at the time of appointment; AND
2. Five years of experience practicing law, with significant experience in labor and employment law including negotiation responsibilities; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

PREFERENCES

• Public sector experience or representation preferred.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

01

In order to receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?

• Yes
• No

02

Describe your background in labor relations. Please highlight the kinds of collective bargaining talks or labor agreements you have participated in. What were the results of these negotiations, and how did you contribute?
03

Provide examples of at least two negotiation situations in which you were directly involved. Describe what strategies or techniques you used to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome, and how did you address any challenges during the process?
04

Please share your experience working in or with public sector organizations. How do public sector labor relations differ from those in private sector.
05

Describe a time when you successfully resolved a complex employee or union related issue. What steps did you take to reach a resolution, and how did you ensure that all parties felt heard?
06

What is your understanding of labor laws and regulations that govern employee relations in the public sector? How have you ensured compliance with these laws in your past roles?
Required Question